Using Genomic Data for Personalised Care
Using Genomic Data for Personalised Care
Advances in genomic medicine mean oncologists can now develop personalised precision treatment strategies for cancer patients. This micro-credential is ideal for health professionals, researchers and other professionals in the oncology sector seeking the practical knowledge to interpret the genomic data reports that are essential to personalised cancer care. Delivered in…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Advances in genomic medicine mean oncologists can now develop personalised precision treatment strategies for cancer patients. This micro-credential is ideal for health professionals, researchers and other professionals in the oncology sector seeking the practical knowledge to interpret the genomic data reports that are essential to personalised cancer care. Delivered in partnership with the VCCC Alliance, this course gives you access to leading oncological experts who’ll provide evidence-based insights and indispensable guidance on using genomic data to enhance treatment plans. Explore essential components of genomic data: Gain a solid understanding of the key components used to interpret genomic data. Examine genomic mutations specific to cancer patients, explore genome sequencing methodology, and learn about new techniques for collecting and storing genomic samples. Analyse and interpret real-life genomic reports: Explore actual genomic reports and gain valuable practical skills to confidently interpret a cancer patient’s genomic data before using your new knowledge to develop precision treatment strategies. Understand new technologies in genomic medicine: You will review contemporary case studies and be introduced to the latest advances in genomic technologies and clinical applications. Discover how these breakthroughs are helping prevent, diagnose, and treat disease. Apply your knowledge to a patient case study: Gain feedback from oncological experts and build on your understanding of genomic data. You’ll develop a detailed report that outlines your recommendations for personalised care based on a patient’s genomic profile. The practical experience you gain will be immediately applicable to your professional context.
Skills and learning outcomes: By the end of this course, you’ll have a strong grounding in how to use genomic data to personalise patient care. You’ll be able to: Describe the current and emerging techniques and applications utilised in precision medicine; Analyse and interpret reports and provide recommendations for personalised care, based on a patient’s genomic profile.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Established in 1853, the University of Melbourne enjoys an outstanding reputation with world rankings, consistently being placed as Australia’s leading comprehensive research-intensive university, and is one of the world’s top 50 (as per Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2015 – 2016 and Academic Ranking of World Universities 2015). There are over 80 different undergraduate study areas and over 270 graduate courses at Melbourne for students to choose from. The University has extensive global networks and has seven campus locations across Melbourne and rural Victoria.
